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Detail-oriented and certified Paralegal with over 10 years of experience supporting attorneys in probate, family law, litigation, and insurance defense. Highly skilled in drafting complex legal documents, managing discovery, and coordinating multiple cases with minimal supervision. Proficient in Clio, MyCase, Tabs3, Wealth Counsel, Westlaw, and LexisNexis. Recognized for strong initiative, organization, and client communication — consistently ensuring accuracy and meeting deadlines in high-volume environments. Versatile and skilled in Legal Operations Technologies.
Legal Research & Writing, Drafting Pleadings, Motions & Discovery, Probate & Estate Administration, Insurance Defense, Family Law & Civil Litigation, E-Discovery & Document Review, Client Communication & Intake, Case Management Software (Clio, MyCase, Tabs3, Wealth Counsel), Legal Billing & Administrative Support, Deadline & Task Management, Creating Workflows
Paralegal Coach/Trainer
Modern Legal Academy - Dover, TN | January 2025 - Present
• Trained and supported students in freelancing, foundational paralegal skills, and practical workflow processes.
• Created clear, easy-to-follow instructional materials to help students understand real-world paralegal tasks.
• Provided one-on-one and group guidance to improve student confidence, skill development, and course completion.
• Built and maintained the academy’s website, ensuring a user-friendly layout and smooth student experience.
• Developed online learning pages, optimized site navigation, and updated course content for clarity and accessibility.
Probate and Estate Planning Paralegal
Olivia Wann & Associates, PLLC – Dover, TN | June 2023 – Present
• Manage 60+ active estate and probate matters from opening to final accounting.
• Draft wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives using Wealth Counsel.
• Prepare petitions, fiduciary reports, and coordinate all court filings.
• Communicate directly with executors, beneficiaries, and financial institutions to resolve issues and organize estate assets.
• Conduct legal research and ensure compliance with statutory deadlines and court requirements.
Insurance Defense Legal Assistant
Patton & Pittman – Clarksville, TN | Sept 2020 – June 2023
• Supported multiple attorneys handling over 100 active insurance defense cases.
• Drafted pleadings, discovery requests, motions, and pre-trial documents.
• Coordinated depositions, compiled evidence, and prepared detailed trial notebooks.
• Analyzed medical and accident records to summarize facts and support case strategy.
• Oversaw document organization and case tracking through Clio.
Family Law Paralegal
Bateman & Bateman, P.C. – Clarksville, TN | Feb 2018 – Mar 2020
• Managed a diverse caseload involving divorce, custody, and child support matters.
• Drafted pleadings, settlement agreements, and disclosure statements.
• Scheduled hearings and mediations; maintained close communication with clients.
• Assisted with discovery, trial preparation, and protective orders.
• Freelance Writer & Legal Support Specialist
Self-Employed – Allensville, KY
Mar 2017 – Feb 2018
• Provided remote writing, blogging, research, and support services to 40+ clients.
• Produced factual, well-sourced articles and web content for professional audiences.
• Managed multiple client projects independently, consistently meeting deadlines.
Litigation Paralegal / Legal Assistant
White, White & Crenshaw, PLLC – Hopkinsville, KY | Sept 2007 – Mar 2017
• Supported attorneys in civil and family law litigation matters.
• Drafted pleadings, discovery responses, and trial exhibits.
• Conducted legal research, summarized case documents, and prepared case reports.
• Managed client billing, invoicing, and office accounting through Tabs3.
• Patent Paralegal Certification (Intellectual Property) – IPLegalED, California (2020)
• Paralegal Certificate – Paralegal Studies – Tennessee State University, Nashville, TN
• Accounting Diploma – Professional Career Development Institute, Norcross, GA
• High School Diploma – Stewart County High School, Dover, TN
Clio • MyCase • Tabs3 • Wealth Counsel • Microsoft Office • Google Workspace • Adobe Acrobat • Excel • Google Sheets • Westlaw • LexisNexis